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Jeffrey B Sodoma
also known as Jeff Sodoma
About Jeffrey
Biography
Jeffrey “Jeff” Sodoma, Esq. is an estate planning and elder law attorney in Melone Hatley, P.C.’s Virginia Beach, VA office, where his practice is focused on helping individuals and families create comprehensive estate plans that protect assets, address future needs, provide long-term security for loved ones, and preserve generational wealth. He works closely with clients to develop thoughtful, forward-looking plans tailored to each client’s goals and circumstances that offer peace of mind for the future. Jeff always places his client’s best interests first and foremost. Jeff regularly advises clients on all aspects of estate planning, including wills, trusts, durable powers of attorney, advance medical directives, advance planning strategies, and estate and trust administration. He also represents clients in guardianship and conservatorship matters, guiding families through complex legal and fiduciary responsibilities with compassion and legal clarity. He is also a VSB-registered Real Estate Settlement Agent.
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Licensed in Virginia for 7 years
State: Virginia
Acquired: 2018
No misconduct found
Location
Melone Hatley PC
575 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 300, Virginia Beach, VA, 23452
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Posted by Cara | January 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Legal Documents Made Easy
I had been putting off having my will done because I thought the process would be painful and tedious. Jeff made easy with his very thorough intake forms and was readily available to answer any and all questions very clearly. Thank you Jeff!
Posted by William | September 30, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Bills Lawyer Review
My Lawyer was very efficient and competent explained everything to my satisfaction
Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2019
has the intestinal fortitude
I asked a simple question on the possible ethical misconduct by a probate attorney based on his actions/guidance with the estate Executor on a now closed probate in Destrehan, LA; no local attorney responded ... kudos for Mr. Sodoma on his response.
Jeffrey B Sodoma's Lawyer Endorsements
"I've known attorney Sodoma for many years, since we both were in law school, and I know him to be very personable, client-oriented, responsible, and professional. I'm confident recommending his for your estate planning needs."
Nicole McKenzie
Divorce and separation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
Ronald L. Fick Book Award, Constitutional Law I, Fall 2016, Regent University
2008
AECOM CEO’s “High Achiever Award”, AECOM
2002
StoraEnso NA Corporation’s Quality Carrier of the Year Award, Stora Enso
Work Experience
2026 - Present
Estate Planning Attorney, Melone Hatley, P.C.
2018 - Present
Notary Public, Commonwealth of Virginia
2023 - 2026
Attorney and Counselor at Law, Cooper Spong & Davis
2019 - 2023
Commerical Operations Coordinator / Inside Sales Manager, Plasser American Corporation
2018 - 2023
Attorney and Counselor at Law & Founder, Sodoma Law PLLC
2013 - 2014
Product Manager, ENSCO
2006 - 2013
Operations Planner, AECOM
1998 - 2006
Senior Analyst, BNSF Railway
Associations
2018 - Present
Virginia State BarMember
2018 - Present
Virginia Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
No cases tried yet.
Education
2018
Regent University
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
University of North Texas
MA - Masters
1998
Northeastern University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2026
Estate Planning
CLE--Estate Planning Fundamentals for Clients in Transition
2026
End of Life Conversations
Estate Planning Basics -- Lets Get Uncomfortable
Publications
2020
Virginia Lawyer Magazine
Writing Wills for Super Collectors
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Will I still be considered the executor of my father’s estate if he remarried and moved out of state?
04 May 2020
Q&A
If my husband , solo practioner attorney dies unexpectedly and has numerous open cases, is wife entitled to money?
22 Apr 2020
Q&A
Help! a church wants to take over my property for building expansion and I do not want to sell...what can I do?
10 Apr 2020